About National Mall

The Mall is a lush green park area that extends approximately two miles from the US Capitol to the Washington Monument and continues on to the Lincoln Memorial. Features include 200 year old American Elm trees and several Smithsonian Institute museums. Look for attractions such as the Castle, which houses the Smithsonian Information Center, a great place to plan a day of sightseeing. Also, the National Archives, Botanic Gardens and the National Gallery of Art line this strip. Be sure to visit the Lincoln, Washington, Vietnam Veterans, Korean War Veterans, and other memorials. You'll see walkers, joggers, softball games, picnickers and much more - if you only have one day in the area, spend it here. METRO: Smithsonian